Occupation:
Governance and risk management
Location:
Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference:
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About us
We create thriving places and connected communities.
We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.
Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and +maintaining Victoria's transport, planning and land services for use by all.
This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June ****
This position is responsible for coordinating the department's Cabinet and Cabinet committee business.
It provides authoritative, well-informed, and up-to‐date advice to the Ministers' offices, the Secretary, DTP executives and senior staff on Cabinet and Cabinet committee matters, and the associated protocols and procedures.
We're looking for someone who:
Brings strong experience and knowledge relevant to the role.
Has excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Demonstrates strong analytical, problem‐solving and decision‐making skills.
Can manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within deadlines.
Works collaboratively and builds effective relationships with stakeholders.
Takes a proactive approach and develops practical solutions to complex issues.
Demonstrates a commitment to quality, integrity and continuous improvement.
On a personal level, the successful candidate will demonstrate a collaborative and adaptable approach, build positive relationships, respond constructively to change and challenges, and communicate with confidence and resilience.
The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking a proactive
Senior Advisor, Cabinet Services
to coordinate Cabinet, Cabinet committee and legislative reform processes, provide high‐quality advice, manage competing priorities and build strong relationships with senior stakeholders.




We're looking for someone who is organised, adaptable, resilient and confident in managing sensitive and complex matters.
Qualifications and experience
At least 12 months' experience of supporting government decision‐making through Cabinet, legislative, parliamentary, or ministerial processes (desirable).
A tertiary qualification in a relevant field, such as government, politics, public administration, or public law, or equivalent experience (desirable).
Cultural Values
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.
As an equal prospect employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high‐performance culture.
Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department's goals.
What we offer
Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.
Pre‐employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification.
Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act ****.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re‐employment restrictions apply.
Non‐VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
Applications close Sunday 18 October **** at *****pm
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📌 Senior Advisor, Cabinet Services (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne